Steve Erceg

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Steve Erceg's career is marked by his rapid ascent from regional champion to UFC title contender. He captured two Eternal MMA titles in different weight classes, showcasing his versatility. His knockout of Matt Schnell in 2024 earned a Performance of the Night bonus and set up his title shot. Despite a loss in the championship bout, Erceg remains one of the top flyweights in the world, with wins over ranked opponents like Tim Elliott.

AwardsErceg won Eternal MMA titles in two weight classes: the bantamweight championship in 2020 and the lightweight championship in 2021. He has not yet won a UFC award but earned a Performance of the Night bonus for his knockout of Matt Schnell.

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#13

UFC Flyweight Rankings

UFC·2026

Records & Feats

First Australian to fight for UFC flyweight title

Historic First·2024

Erceg became the first Australian-born fighter to challenge for the UFC flyweight championship when he faced Alexandre Pantoja at UFC 301 in 2024.